Since this does not make explicit mention of working with SST to implement SSPs or Attendance Plans etc., nor does it mention the need for documented implementation with fidelity, upon initial read it could be understood that "clear and consistent action" may be determined by each HOS's individual discretion. Even though this is included in the checklist and should insufficient data result in the Senior Director of School Operations/legal/DSL declining this disenrollment request, it may be helpful to make this more clear in the body of the disenrollment policy; e.g. including a line around referring to a policy/SOP around individual supports.

The additional line under the subsection "Provide and Document Interventions and Support Strategies" (pg 4) it states. "HOS must implement and document suitable interventions in whatever format they choose... If teams need support developing strategies, they should reach out to their Inclusion Specialist or Social Work Specialist." This also is phrased ambiguously and may be helpful to link to a child/family supports policy/SOP or have clarification around scenarios in which collaboration with SST is optional.

I am also curious why the paragraph in previous versions of the disenrollment policy summarizing potential impacts on children and families was taken out: "Practice involving suspension and expulsion have been shown to influence a number of adverse outcomes across child development, health, and education. In an effort to mitigate adverse outcomes, we will make reasonable attempts to support children and families. However, there are some circumstances that could lead to disenrollment from the school."

Example: A child with no diagnosis or evaluation needs 1:1 behavior support for safety. Is there a timeline for the family to retain the services? If they can't access those services is the child disenrolled?

To this point, I think we need the guidance around the 1:1 and additional behavior support asap to address these questions during the intake process

For example, we notice during an intake that a 4 yo is not speaking or exhibits some type of unsafe behavior. In cases where the child does have some type of diagnosis AND cases where the child does not, what is the guidance on proceeding with the "onboarding" and communication around this 30 day trial?

How are we tracking the implementation of SST recommendations before a disenrollment is considered? Additionally, How can we ensure the SST plays a more proactive role in preventing disenrollment, rather than being seen as an optional or reactive resource?